#D2AB97 Hex Color
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A dusty, unsaturated apricot, #d2ab97 offers a muted warmth that feels approachable and soft. Because it is highly desaturated, it avoids the intensity of brighter oranges and works well as a grounding background or neutral base. Pair this shade with dark charcoal text for high readability. It feels most modern when used in minimalist layouts where its gentle, ashy quality can stand out without competition.
Questions about #d2ab97
What is #d2ab97 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d2ab97 is rgb(210, 171, 151), in HSL hsl(20, 40%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 28%, 18%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the #d2ab97 apricot shade?
Is #d2ab97 considered a warm or cool color?
#d2ab97 is distinctly warm due to its apricot base, though its high saturation of gray gives it a cool, muted quality that prevents it from feeling too vibrant or energetic. This makes it ideal for grounding spaces that require a subtle, inviting atmosphere.
Is #d2ab97 readable on white or black?
#d2ab97 has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.01:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.